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Easy Lemon Cake

Easy Lemon Cake – A Refreshingly Moist Delight for Any Occasion

This Easy Lemon Cake is a moist and delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baked
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge
  • 225 g Self-Raising Flour Use plain flour with baking powder as a substitute if not available.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure accurate measurement.
  • 4 medium Eggs Make sure they are at room temperature.
  • 225 g Soft Margarine or Butter Should be softened to room temperature.
  • 225 g Caster Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 2 pieces Lemons, Zest Increase for a more vibrant taste.
  • 2 tsp Milk Any type of milk works.
For the Lemon Buttercream
  • 200 g Butter Ensure it’s softened for smooth blending.
  • 400 g Icing Sugar Sift to avoid lumps.
  • Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed juice for best results.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring Spoon
  • spatula
  • Baking Tins
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 160ºC (or 140ºC for fan ovens) and prepare two 20cm round sandwich tins lined with baking parchment.
  2. Zest two lemons using a fine grater, ensuring you just get the yellow skin.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and baking powder, then add the lemon zest.
  4. To the dry mixture, add the eggs, softened margarine, caster sugar, and milk. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared tins and smooth it out with a spatula.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness with a skewer.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Once cooled, decorate with lemon buttercream if desired, spreading it generously between the layers and on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure eggs are at room temperature for the best blending. Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a light texture. Cool the cakes completely before frosting to prevent melting of the buttercream.

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